Cruel Intentions The 90s Musical, based on the iconic film and inspired by Les Liaisons Dangereuses exploded onto the stage at Darlington Hippodrome.
Full of 90s pop classics, incredible choreography and the deception, romance and temptations of the students at the exclusive Manhattan high school.
The story follows the students through step-siblings Sebastian Valmont, Will Callan and Kathryn Merteuil, Nic Myers.
As Kathryn manipulates Sebastian to seduce Annette Hargrove, Abbie Budden, with a bet, he just can’t refuse. As they both meddle with the innocence of Cecile, Lucy Carter.
The entire cast produced a high energy performance, but Nic Myers stole the show with a powerful voice and commanding performance.
The 90s pop music ranges from Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, REM and The Verve, with my highlight being The Spice Girls with Wannabe, which will never be the same again when I hear it.
The songs brilliantly match the story, with a romantic or comedic device driving the action forward at an incredible speed.
The set changes almost instantly adding to the ferocious pace of the evening, the lighting design by Nick Richings is perfect throughout.
The slick choreography by Gary Lloyd enhances the 90s feel to the show.
For the ultimate 90s night out, you’ll need to be quick to get tickets. I’ll certainly be back.
Runs until Saturday May 24.
